Post-9/11 Tourism Slump At Statue Of Liberty Ellis Island
After the Sept 11 attacks, ferry visits to Liberty Island and Ellis Island dropped to about 2.5 million in the past year, roughly half of 2000 and well below 2001. Domestic NYC tourism remains steady, while foreign visitors declined up to 20 percent, and security tightened with new detectors.
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Bin Laden's nuclear ambitions emerge in Azim Mahmood talks
Report notes conversations show bin Laden wanted nuclear weapons but give no proof of steps taken. U S officials declined comment. Prior evidence includes al Qaida seeking nuclear material, dirty bomb discussions, and a trial testimony about attempted uranium purchase. Mahmood’s family ties and Pakistan's nuclear context are examined.
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Iraq War Readiness Grows as U S Deployments Expand
Sen Joseph Biden cites uncertainty about Saddam Hussein while two carrier battle groups and two amphibious groups near Iraq await orders. Navy training accelerates for more warships as troops move toward Kuwait Saudi Arabia Qatar Oman and Bahrain. Al Qadissiya dismisses war drums, Powell questions a list of 500 Iraqi scientists and urges interrogations to determine armament state.
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Powell urges talks on North Korea while Kim regime pushes dialogue
Powell says North Korea seeks concessions rather than dialogue and rules out immediate negotiations. Lawmakers advocate direct talks or multilateral channels with China, South Korea, and Japan possible. KCNA cites Pyongyang calling for face to face dialogue as IAEA plans propose a UN Security Council referral.
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